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Rottweilers (or “Rotties) may have a bad-to-the-bone reputation, but their diehard protectiveness comes from a positive place. These large and powerful pups make it their mission to keep you safe but are surprisingly calm when they aren’t on high alert. Full-grown, they typically weigh 80-135 pounds and stand 22-27 inches tall.

Rottweilers are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Socialization is the top priority if your Rottie is going to be around kids or other animals. Rottweilers can be good playmates for children, cats, and pets, but they need to be socialized early and have positive experience when they’re young. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

Rotties need daily exercise to get their energy out and their heart pumping. It’s safe to take them running with you in the open country or the woods, as they don’t like to wander far from their families. Rottweilers are very smart and also love sports like swimming, running beside a bicycle, and playing fetch with a ball. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Rottweiler has a distinct outer coat of short, thick, coarse fur with a thick layer of hair underneath. All dogs in this breed are black with brown markings. You may find ones with long hair or white chest markings, but these traits are not as common. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Rottweilers are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

Alaskan Huskies believe in working hard and playing harder. These lively pups have endless energy and distinct voices. In fact, they’re known to “talk” with their owners and other Huskies. They may need some added TLC as far as brushing and exercise are concerned, but at least the Husky can let you know how thankful they are with their adorable doggy voices! Full-grown, they typically weigh 35-60 pounds and stand 20-24 inches tall.

Alaskan Huskys are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Alaskan Huskies don’t get along with other pets naturally, but they can learn to coexist if they’re socialized from a young age. These dogs are not well-suited for apartment life and need to live inside with the family. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Alaskan Huskies need a lot of exercise to get their energy out. Otherwise, they have a tendency to become loud and destructive. Whether it’s a few long walks each day, hard playtime in the yard, or a game that gets its heart racing, the Husky can’t get enough. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Alaskan Husky has a short- or medium-length coat that’s less dense than most Northern breeds. These dogs come in several colors and patterns, although black and white are most common. They also tend to have unique facial masks and markings. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Alaskan Huskys are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. These dogs are not well-suited for apartment life and need to live inside with the family. If they have a yard to play in, make sure the fence is high, deep, and secure. They are can be stubborn and challenging to train.